In the world of Coronation Street, nothing ever goes quite as planned—and Dev Alahan and Bernie Winter are about to learn that the hard way. As the excitement builds for their wedding, a brand-new character is about to shake things up, creating a whirlwind of tension, panic, and a whole lot of secrets.

Next week, viewers are introduced to Aunty Rani, a character whose appearance in Weatherfield is bound to leave a lasting mark on the Alahan family. While Dev is over the moon about his wedding, he’s in for a shock when Aunty Rani reveals that she’s coming to town—and she’s bringing her eagle-eyed scrutiny with her.

Rani, known for her high standards and no-nonsense attitude, has generously gifted the couple with a substantial cash donation for their wedding, with one condition: she wants to keep a close eye on how the money is spent. It sounds simple enough, but for Bernie and Aadi, the stakes couldn’t be higher. The duo had secretly planned to use Rani’s money to cover up some of the debts hanging over their corner shop, hoping that the wedding would distract everyone from the financial mess they were in. But now, with Aunty Rani’s arrival imminent, they have to scramble to cover their tracks.

In a moment of panic, Bernie and Aadi try to reassess their wedding plans. But as if the situation couldn’t get worse, Dev eagerly asks Aadi to be his best man—something that leaves Aadi feeling a mix of guilt and shame, particularly as his father is blissfully unaware of the deceit unfolding behind the scenes. Dev is thrilled to have his son standing by his side, but little does he know, his son is caught in the middle of a web of lies that threatens to unravel everything.

The tension heightens when Aunty Rani arrives ahead of schedule. Dev, desperate to impress his critical aunt, starts fussing over every detail to ensure she’s pleased. However, under Rani’s watchful gaze, Bernie begins to feel the pressure. In an attempt to gain Rani’s approval, she adopts an exaggerated posh accent, hoping to seem more refined than she actually is—a move that only adds to the mounting stress.

But the real kicker comes when Rani announces that she’s going to create a detailed spreadsheet to keep track of the wedding spending. With a financial watchdog on their heels, Aadi and Bernie are left wondering if their secret plan is doomed to fail. The question now looms: will they come clean to Dev about the debts and risk destroying their relationship, or will they manage to pull off the biggest scam of their lives?

The arrival of Aunty Rani is set to bring a fresh layer of drama to Coronation Street, and it’s clear that her presence will shake up not just the wedding plans, but the dynamics within the Alahan family. As the wedding countdown begins, fans can expect plenty of twists, laughs, and heart-stopping moments. Will Aadi and Bernie be able to keep their secrets hidden long enough to get through the wedding, or will Aunty Rani’s spreadsheet expose everything? Keep watching to find out!